PRE File Issues: Why Your PC Won't Open PRE Files

Few things are as frustrating as receiving a file that your computer refuses to open up. Understanding the reason why it won't work is the first step to finding a solution. Here are some of the most common error messages and issues when opening PRE files.

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Common Error Messages

Error Message: The PRE File is Corrupt

The only solution to a corrupt file, is to download a new copy, or to ask the sender to resend the file.

Error Message: Can't Find Software to Open the PRE File

This error is quite easy to solve. Simply right-click on the PRE file and select Insight II Dynamics Scratch File, Stork Format CMYK Bitmap, or NeroWave Editor Presets from the dropdown list to create a default file type association. In future, it should automatically open in the software you selected.

Common PRE-Related Issues

Issue: You Don't Have Insight II Dynamics Scratch File, Stork Format CMYK Bitmap, or NeroWave Editor Presets Installed

You can simply download Insight II Dynamics Scratch File, Stork Format CMYK Bitmap, or NeroWave Editor Presets software. PRE uses Insight II Dynamics Scratch File by default, but it is also compatible with Stork Format CMYK Bitmap, and NeroWave Editor Presets. If you have Insight II Dynamics Scratch File, Stork Format CMYK Bitmap, or NeroWave Editor Presets installed, try make make one of these software packages your default file association for the PRE file type extension.

Issue: You Have Insight II Dynamics Scratch File, Stork Format CMYK Bitmap, or NeroWave Editor Presets Installed, But It's Still Not Working

If you have Insight II Dynamics Scratch File, Stork Format CMYK Bitmap, or NeroWave Editor Presets installed and you still can't open the file, you should get in touch with the software developers for further assistance. See our chart below for who to contact:

Software Developer
Insight II Dynamics Scratch File Accelrys Software Inc.
Stork Format CMYK Bitmap Microsoft Developer
NeroWave Editor Presets Nero AG
SonicWALL SGMS Syslog SonicWALL Inc.
Freelance Graphics IBM

Issue: You Can't Install Insight II Dynamics Scratch File, Stork Format CMYK Bitmap, or NeroWave Editor Presets

If for some reason you can't or don't want to install Insight II Dynamics Scratch File, Stork Format CMYK Bitmap, or NeroWave Editor Presets, you could also search online for free software that uses PRE files. But, as a word of caution, please be careful as many free software downloads are infected with malware or bundled with unwanted software.


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